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NPI Tooling Engineer – Technical Manager Designate

Alvaston
1 week ago
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Overview: Working alongside our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for an NPI Tooling Engineer with aspirations to progress into a Technical Manager role.

Remit:

  • In the role of NPI Tooling Engineer you will be responsible for project management of mould tooling through quotation stage, sourcing, design, development and launch into production

  • The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience within injection mould tooling and processing with drive for further development and career progression

  • This role will suit a skilled NPI Engineer with strong injection moulding background who is looking to progress into a Technical Manager position

  • This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with a proven track record in investing in the training and development of their staff

    Role:

  • Support New Business Development activities by conducting DFM and Moldflow and preparation of relevant reports

  • Provide Tooling, Part, & Ancillary equipment Design support for NPI, Toolroom and Production Departments

  • Liaise with customers and third-party companies on part and tool design & development related matters

  • Support design and tooling related activities for internal cross functional teams to ensure NPI projects are on time, in full and on budget

  • Travel overseas and within the U.K managing tooling to ensure on time, on budget delivery

  • Maintain required records for your NPI activities - timing plans, trackers, status reports, etc

  • Provide fringe Design and technical support for the Operations team when necessary

  • Act as a liaison between different departments, fostering effective communication and collaboration to align teams towards common project goals.

  • Champion and enhance departmental documented processes & promote adherence.

    Experience Requirements:

  • HNC (or equivalent qualifications) in Engineering

  • Industry recognized injection moulding qualifications

  • Good working knowledge of injection moulding tooling machinery, process and materials

  • Experience with CAD software

  • Experience in mould tool design, development and project management

  • Strong technical acumen, must be a logical thinker with good attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills

    Key Words: “NPI Tooling Engineer”, “NPI Engineer”, “NPI Process Engineer”, “NPI Tooling Manager”, “Technical Manager”, NPI Project Manager”, “Injection Moulding”, “Mould Tooling Engineer”, “Plastics”

    FOOTER

    Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive we will only contact successful applications that meet the requirements of our client job brief. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

    For all UK job positions work seekers must be eligible to work and live in the UK

    Sierra 57 Consult –

    Technical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist – Plastics, Packaging & Precision Engineering

    “Sierra 57 Consult Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Sierra 57 Consult will require proof of identification. A current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process. Email copies are acceptable”.

    Sierra 57 Consult has been designed to project manage the mechanics of all aspects concerning the recruitment processes, implementing a simple and succinct method for targeting and introducing bona fide and skilled candidates to reputable clients and potential employers.

    If this advertised position does not interest you, please consider our other opportunities by sending your updated CV outlining your achievements and your personal requisites, i.e. salary, location, job roles. Please just Google “Sierra 57” & register with us
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